The Rev's pop-in at Holby will come in handy too because one of three couples will definitely be needing his services as part of a romantic story airing on Tuesday, December 11.

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Here's the official synopsis: 'A wedding is planned – and the happy couple need a Reverend to officiate the ceremony. Can Serena (Catherine Russell) and Bernie (Jemma Redgrave) overcome their issues? With their plans in chaos, what's next for Jason (Jules Robertson) and Greta (Zoe Croft)? And when Dom (David Ames) realises he must fight for his relationship, will a grand gesture be enough to win Lofty (Lee Mead) back?'

'Thrilled to be invited finally to exercise my ministry of healing at Holby City, which has been my healthcare provider of choice for twenty years – and to officiate at an occasion so joyous even the late Professor Gaskell would have cracked a smile,' Reverend Richard joked.

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Of course, there will be other familiar faces turning up for the wedding too — including Sydney Somers (Gemma Oaten), Robyn Miller (Amanda Henderson) and Lexy Morrell (Jenny Howe).

'After a dark year for the hospital, Holby is now revving up for Christmas and 2019 in this joyous episode celebrating love and commitment in all their diverse forms,' executive producer Simon Harper promised.

'As to which Holby couple ends up actually tying the knot, I couldn't possibly divulge, but I can say it's an incredible honour to have the iconic Reverend Richard officiating.'